Burnley should move for Sheffield Wednesday centre-back Tom Lees, who would be an ideal replacement for sought after star Michael Keane.
Burnley are facing an uphill battle to keep hold of Michael Keane, the 24-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Everton (Express).
The England international looks likely to depart Turf Moor in the summer after playing a key role in the Clarets defence as they secured their Premier League status.
Keane, who has been linked with a move to former club Manchester United as well, will be tempted by a move to Goodison Park as it will improve his chances of playing European football significantly.
Burnley manager Sean Dyche will be hoping to keep hold of one of his prized assets for at least another season. If he is unable to convince Keane to extend his stay at the club then he will need to line up a suitable replacement. This is easier said than done.
However, Dyche has built a reputation for being able to spot a talent further down the leagues and is renowned for being able to negotiate a good deal.
Sheffield Wednesday defender Tom Lees should be considered as the man to fill the void left by the departure of Keane.
Tom Lees joined Sheffield Wednesday from Leeds United in 2014
The 26-year-old has played the majority of his career in the Championship, making close to 250 appearances at this level for Wednesday and Leeds United.
Despite only signing a new five-year deal in August, Wednesday’s failure to gain promotion to the Premier League through the play-offs for the second season running, will make it harder for them to keep hold of their talismanic centre-back.
Lees has impressed in the second tier of English football for a number of years and if the opportunity to play in the Premier League did arise, then it is unlikely the former England U21 international would turn it down.
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